Review of Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love (1997) by Auttie R — 11 Jan 2012

This is an incredibly well written film, and absolutely beautiful to watch. I enjoy films directed by Mira Nair.

This review of Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love (1997) was written by Auttie R on 11 Jan 2012.

Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ante P (51) on 11 Aug 2009

I loved Mira Nair's approach to sexuality in A Tale of Love: every erotic scene was filmed beautifully, and none of them felt gratuitous or…

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By Kellee 3 (2) on 04 Sep 2010

This Movie was exceptional and very sexy.Two childhood friends both taking different paths but can't out run their karmic destiny. @>----…

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By Emelyn U (8) on 15 Jan 2009

King, Princes, Princesses, Courtesans. Enticement Dance, lessons in Art of Love. Women need to watch this to learn ;)…

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By Leslie D (151) on 06 Jul 2009

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By Lisa R (646) on 13 Sep 2010

Goodness...Naveen Andrews is in thsi movie. It is all about sex set in 16th century India…

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By Veenas F (7) on 28 Mar 2009

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Still a classic till this day but I hope they do make a another one…

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